London-based mental health platform Tala Thrive’s crowdfunding campaign was overfunded within two weeks of launching. The platform provides therapists and coaches with an understanding of underrepresented cultures and religions in multiple languages.

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June 26, 2024
How to crowdfund
Sonia Kaurah, Tala Thrive’s founder and CEO, shares her top tips
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